Prof. Itamar Raz expressed astonishment Monday evening after discovering that his identity was stolen using artificial intelligence to create fake advertisements, according to a Channel 14 report. The incident highlights the growing use of AI for identity theft in Israel.
Prof. Itamar Raz, a prominent Israeli figure, stated Monday evening that he was 'astounded' to discover his identity had been used to create fake advertisements via AI-generated likeness. The report, aired by Channel 14, did not specify the scope of the fraudulent campaign or whether legal action has been taken. The Zioneer has previously covered the rise of AI-based identity fraud in Israel, including the arrest of a 20-year-old suspect in a bank fraud ring and an investigation into the Histadrut's use of AI personas. These cases underscore an emerging challenge for Israeli authorities in combating digital identity theft.
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